Thornton, a 2025 fourth-round pick, entered the NFL labeled as a developmental prospect, but his rookie production - 10 catches on 30 targets for 135 yards across 15 regular-season games - was still underwhelming. Las Vegas' wide receiver depth chart remains unsettled, with Jalen Nailor and Jack Bech currently favored for starting roles behind Tre Tucker, but TE Brock Bowers and RB Ashton Jeanty will serve as the focal points of the offense. Among the Raiders' wideouts, however, Thornton's combination of speed and size at 6-5, 205 makes him a strong candidate to carve out a role as a downfield threat for QBs Kirk Cousins and Fernando Mendoza.